Learning Activity Sheet (LAS)
Subject: English for Academic and Professional Purposes (EAPP)
Quarter: 2 – Lesson 1
Topic: Outlines: Reading Texts in Various Disciplines
Learning Objectives
By the end of this activity, you will be able to:
1. Define and explain the purpose of an outline.
2. Differentiate between topic outline and sentence outline.
3. Identify the hierarchy of symbols in an outline (I, II, III → A, B, C → 1, 2, 3 → a,
b, c).
4. Differentiate outlining as a reading skill from outlining as a pre-writing skill.
5. Construct an outline based on a short academic text.
Basics of Outlining
1. Begin with a Thesis Statement
o It shows the topic, claim, and reason of the text.
2. Follow the Hierarchy of Symbols
o I, II, III → Controlling ideas
o A, B, C → Major ideas
o 1, 2, 3 → Minor ideas
o a, b, c → Examples
3. Be Consistent
o Use topic outline (phrases) or sentence outline (complete sentences), not
both.
4. Focus on Major and Minor Ideas
o Include key points, but don’t overcrowd the outline with too many
details.
5. Use Parallel Structure
o Entries should follow the same grammatical form (all phrases or all
sentences).
6. Stay Accurate
o Make sure the outline reflects the original text.
o Don’t add ideas that are not in the text.
Student Instructions
1. Read and study the notes on Outlining.
2. Answer the activities in your notebooks.
3. I will collect and check your notebooks when I return from the seminar.
Activity 1. Recall and Reflect
Answer in 2–3 sentences each:
1. Why do you think academic texts need to be organized?
2. How can making an outline help you as a student?
Activity 2. Concepts Check (Write the letter only)
1. Which type of outline uses phrases only?
a) Topic Outline
b) Sentence Outline
c) Paragraph Outline
2. Which type of outline uses complete sentences?
a) Topic Outline
b) Sentence Outline
c) Bullet Outline
3. In an outline, Roman numerals (I, II, III) represent:
a) Minor details
b) Main ideas
c) Examples
4. Which of the following shows the correct hierarchy?
a) I → 1 → A → a
b) I → A → 1 → a
c) A → I → a → 1
Activity 3. Reading vs. Pre-Writing
Fill in the blanks with Reading Skill or Pre-Writing Skill.
1. Purpose is to plan your own essay → ______
2. Purpose is to analyze another person’s text → ______
3. Thesis statement always required → ______
4. Thesis statement may come from the author’s text → ______
Activity 4. Practice Hierarchy
Arrange the following ideas in correct outline format (use I, A, 1, a):
Thesis Statement:
Social media transforms communication worldwide, but if used excessively, it leads to
problems that require responsible solutions.
Statements:
• Social media transforms communication worldwide.
• Social media allows instant sharing of news.
• Social media enables the exchange of ideas.
• Social media allows personal updates across the globe.
• Excessive use may lead to addiction.
• Excessive use may spread misinformation.
• Excessive use may cause negative impact on mental health.
• Users must practice responsible usage.
• Users must develop media literacy skills.
Activity 5. Outlining a Text
Read the short passage below and create an outline.
"Climate change affects the planet in several ways. One major cause is the increase in
greenhouse gases from human activities. Another is deforestation, which reduces the
Earth’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide. These changes result in rising global temperatures
and stronger typhoons. Scientists suggest solutions such as shifting to renewable energy
and reforestation projects."
Reminder: Make sure all your answers are in your notebook. This will be checked.
